Executive Chef - Lead Kitchen & Banquets

First Nations Jobs Online; Town of Cochrane; On-site; CAD 66,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended medical & dental plan

Disability coverage

Gratuities

Bonus potential

Wage increases possible

Job summary

Castleavery Hospitality Ventures Inc o/a The Crossing at Ghost River in Cochrane, AB is seeking an experienced cook/kitchen supervisor. You will estimate costs, manage inventory, supervise chefs and cooks, and help plan menus for events.

The role requires a Cook Red Seal, college diploma, and 5+ years of experience in a fast-paced setting. You will recruit, train staff, maintain quality standards, and ensure safe, high-quality meals for banquets and daily service.

Qualifications

• Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma (1–2 years).
• Experience: 5 years or more.
• Language: English.

Responsibilities

• Estimate the amount and costs of supplies and food items.
• Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales, and inventory.
• Supervise the activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks, and other kitchen workers.
• May create new recipes.
• Instruct cooks in the preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation of food.
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets, weddings and other special events.
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards.
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances.
• Recruit and hire staff.
• Train staff in the preparation, cooking, and handling of food.
• Manage kitchen operations.
• Plan, organize, direct, control, and evaluate daily operations.
• Determine food portion sizes and costs.
• Schedule staff.
• Coordinate work activities with other departments.

Skills

Leadership

Efficient interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma (1–2 years)

Job description

Castleavery Hospitality Ventures Inc o/a The Crossing at Ghost River in Cochrane, AB is seeking an experienced cook/kitchen supervisor. You will estimate costs, manage inventory, supervise chefs and cooks, and help plan menus for events.

The role requires a Cook Red Seal, college diploma, and 5+ years of experience in a fast-paced setting. You will recruit, train staff, maintain quality standards, and ensure safe, high-quality meals for banquets and daily service.